Dr. Mandel specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, as well as facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He earned his bachelor's degree from Univesity of Florida, and his medical degree from University of South Florida. He completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in otolaryngology at Mt. Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Mandel is board-certified in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology, and also in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.